Clinical Team Lead

Job description

We are seeking a fully licensed Clinical Team Lead to join our leadership team in Metro Atlanta. This is a full-time 40 hours per week, onsite role responsible for overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting staff development while delivering high-quality, client-centered care. The Clinical Team Lead plays a critical role in program development, clinical governance, and ensuring effective service delivery across our Child & Family Behavioral Health programs. Fully Licensed Clinician required (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT) Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Program Oversight Provide leadership for DFCS and Behavioral Health (BH) programs, supporting agency growth and development Oversee case flow processes including prescreening, intake, assessment, case assignment, case management, re-authorization, and discharge Ensure compliance with DBHDD, DFCS, CARF, DATEP, CMO C&A Guidelines, and DHS contract requirements Monitor clinical documentation, treatment plans, and service delivery to ensure continuity of care and quality outcomes Conduct internal audits of client records and implement improvements as needed Provide updates to executive leadership regarding program performance and development Staff Supervision & Development Provide individual and group clinical supervision to staff Conduct performance evaluations and implement corrective actions as needed Support staff development through training, coaching, and in-service education Facilitate Treatment Team Meetings and promote interdisciplinary collaboration Assign caseloads and monitor productivity and performance Operations & Compliance Ensure adherence to clinical governance standards and promote excellence in care delivery Manage workflows and staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage Maintain readiness for audits and reduce organizational liability Support utilization of EMR systems (e.g., eCase, ShareNote) for documentation efficiency Program Improvement & Collaboration Participate in Performance & Quality Improvement (PQI) initiatives Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement policies and procedures Assist in designing and implementing strategic marketing and outreach initiatives Attend internal leadership meetings and external provider/agency meetings Develop community resources and referral partnerships Additional Duties Process referrals and manage waiting lists Assist with new hire orientation and ongoing training Create and update program forms and documentation tools Complete billable services including assessments as required